AZ Alkmaar will look to defend their top spot in the Eredivisie with an away match against Fortuna Sittard on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The Alkmaar side travels to the Fortuna Sittard Stadion in Sittard-Geleen for a 14:30 UTC kick-off.
Managed by Pascal Jansen, the team currently leads the league with nine points from three games. They have scored eight goals and conceded just one, resulting in a +7 goal difference. This strong start gives them a two-point cushion over second-placed PSV Eindhoven. Their recent form of three consecutive wins provides momentum heading into this fixture.
Fortuna Sittard and AZ Alkmaar faced each other twice in the league last season. For the new campaign, one meeting between the two sides is scheduled. Fortuna starts this match from eighth position, while AZ are the league leaders. Statistics and live scores for this VriendenLoterij Eredivisie match are available via the Sofascore app and website. This platform provides live data for over 500 competitions worldwide and calculates player ratings based on official league data.
For fans unable to attend the stadium, there are several ways to follow the action. Sofascore lists a section of TV channels broadcasting the match. Additionally, their mobile application offers comprehensive live statistics. The app is available for iOS, Android, and Windows devices. The company behind the service, SOFA IT D.O.O., is registered in Croatia and holds a license from the Romanian National Office for Gambling.
The match in Sittard is part of a busy period for AZ. Immediately after this fixture, another important home game awaits. On Sunday, August 29, AZ hosts GO Ahead Eagles, who currently sit third in the table. This promises to be an exciting clash between two high-flying teams. Fans can view the full schedule for the coming weeks on our fixtures page.
The current league standings are always available to consult on our standings overview. The perfect league start with three wins from three gives AZ a solid foundation for the rest of the season. The team will want to prove this form is no fluke, starting at Fortuna. A victory maintains pressure on their rivals and keeps a firm grip on first place.
